The new offices of the Alzheimer’s Association-Mississippi Chapter at 196 Charmant Place, Suite 4, in Ridgeland will be the site for a variety of programs beginning in July.
A new support group will be meeting the first Wednesday of the month starting July 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Facility staff training workshops begin July 22. Two-hour sessions will include tips on communication and behavior as well as creative activities for those with dementia. Participants can sign up for a morning 9 to 11 session or an afternoon 1 to 3 p.m. time.
An interactive workshop entitled “Nourish Your Noggin” or ways to maintain the brain through nutrition, exercise and an overall healthy lifestyle is set for Friday, Aug. 6, beginning at 9 a.m.
“Plans call for train-the-trainer sessions in the future,” said Sara Murphy, outreach coordinator. “This will be an opportunity to learn about available programs and be trained to deliver them in local communities. We will also be conducting family orientation sessions each quarter, beginning July 21. Interested persons can call the chapter at 601-987-0020 or e-mail us at sara.murphy2@alz.org to sign up and reserve a seat.”
The orientations are designed for families of recently diagnosed individuals and for those individuals in the community who would like to know more about what information and resources the chapter can provide. Orientation covers a brief overview of the disease, discussion of the first steps to take after receiving a diagnosis and what resources are useful in the community.
There are no charges to attend the programs.
Mississippi Hospital Association
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